Brontë 200
- Who was Heathcliff?

Heathcliff is undoubtedly one of the most controversial characters in English literature – loved and reviled in equal measure. Is Heathcliff Emily’s idea of a Romantic hero or of a Gothic villain? Does he represent the revenge of the African slave? Or perhaps the Irish peasant? Or is he simply ‘…bastardly and dastardly, a true son of the bitch goddess Nature…’? Join us for this fascinating talk exploring the origins and identity of Heathcliff and make up your own mind!